Canon G1 X vs Canon G1 X III

Here, we are analyzing the Canon G1 X and Canon G1 X III, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Canon. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and G1 X III (24MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and G1 X III (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The G1 X was unveiled 6 years before the G1 X III which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G1 X grades versus the G1 X III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III. The full galleries are provided at Canon G1 X Gallery & Canon G1 X III Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G1 X enjoys outer dimensions of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Canon G1 X III has measurements of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

Check the Canon G1 X and Canon G1 X III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G1 X compared to the G1 X III.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G1 X and G1 X III is 75 and 82 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X and G1 X III.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G1 X having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon G1 X III will offer you more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G1 X is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.